Take the stress out of this year’s Secret Santa gift exchange with these four easy gift ideas.
Secret Santa gift exchanges are a Christmas tradition in many offices, in many families, and in many circles of friends. But what if you don’t know the gender of the person who will receive your gift? Or what if you don’t know the recipient very well? By using these four suggestions, your Secret Santa gift is sure to be a hit! Just remember to set spending limits first, and make sure all gifts are appropriate for the venue (for example, don’t give lingerie at work).
Gift cards: the gifts that keep on giving
Who doesn’t love movies? Consider giving a gift card to a movie theater or video rental store. And what about the food? Almost everyone I know eats at one time or another. Gift cards for restaurants, from four stars to fast food, are always appreciated. You can also choose to give a ‘big box’ store gift card. Places like Target, Best Buy, and WalMart are usually safe bets.
i want candy
Most people like – do that love – sweet. From rich chocolates or licorice to M&Ms or jelly beans, people will always enjoy a large jar or basket filled with a variety of tasty morsels. A plate full of gourmet cookies will win you a lot of friends too!
it’s your lucky day
Scratch-off and lottery tickets are a great Secret Santa idea, especially if you have no idea what kinds of things the recipient enjoys. Wrap them up in a gift bag or small box or simply tie them with a festive bow and they’re ready to go. And you never know, they can bear big!
The most wonderful time of the year
Christmas decorations, garden art, commemorative plates, and other Christmas-related items are thoughtful gifts from Secret Santa. Many people look forward to adding to their collection of Christmas decorations each year and fondly reflect on it each year as they fondly remember the person who gave them each piece.
By using these easy gift ideas, you can take the stress out of Secret Santa gift exchanges and ensure it’s a fun holiday tradition for everyone involved.